Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged

"Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars - Reforged proves that good games are timeless. This version strikes the difficult balance between respecting the source material and adapting it to modern times. If you are a fan of the series, you …"

"Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – Reforged faithfully remakes the beloved point-and-click classic with improved animations, streamlined gameplay, and modernized features. The remake introduces a vibrant new art style while offering both a nostalgic Classic Mode and a newcomer-friendly …"

"Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars Reforged is an ancient adventure that is nearly 30 years old and still retains its wonders and is considered one of the best in its genre. Unfortunately, this new remake, while adding a …"

"Despite some small grievances, I do think that Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars Reforged is the best way to play the game. It makes plenty of quality-of-life improvements to the gameplay and even adds a story mode for those …"

"Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars Reforged is more than a simple remaster; it’s a respectful yet innovative celebration of a timeless classic. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the series, this edition delivers a meticulously crafted experience …"

"Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged makes a classic point-and-click worth playing almost thirty years on, with stunning visuals and engaging gameplay."

"No matter which way players choose to experience Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged, it&s;s still a very compelling point-and-click adventure game with awesome art and animation. The compressed sound is unfortunate and the additions from the Director&s;s …"

"For adventure enthusiasts, Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged on Nintendo Switch 2 is practically a must-have purchase, while for younger audiences it is an ideal opportunity to experience one of the most significant works of its kind …"

"Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged is a successful restoration operation that brings back a timeless classic of the genre and an unforgettable piece of video game history, now boasting 4K resolution and a number of useful enhancements …"

"Broken Sword: The Templar Conspiracy – Reforged Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 is more than just a revamped version of a well-known classic. The combination of visual enhancements, a true mouse mode, additional graphical elements, and the ability to switch …"

"Broken Sword Shadows of the Templars Reforged is an excellent game that can hold its own against modern games with ease. Fully voiced and gameplay with crisp new graphics complete the experience. Bonus points for adding both the upscaled version …"

"In an era of bombastic AAA titles and procedural design, Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged is a reminder of the power of tightly crafted stories, hand-drawn artistry, and puzzles that make you pause, think, and smile when …"

"An excellent remake of a classic adventure game, it will capture the interest of both newcomers to the genre and fans of the original game. We couldn&s;t think of a better "appetizer" leading up to the release of Broken Sword …"

"Broken Sword - Shadows of the Templar: Reforged is a great introduction to a classic point and adventure, or a lovingly recreated remaster for hardcore fans"

"Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged enhances every aspect of the original, making it the definitive version of this already incredible adventure. The reworked visuals breathe new life into the world, while the refined UI and added accessibility …"

"As a remaster, Reforged is about as good as it gets. It hits that perfect sweet spot where the game looks kinda like you remember it looking all those years ago, but then you have the option to switch back …"

"This is a handsome remaster that will hopefully win over new players, but for those already in love with Broken Sword, something is missing."

"A straight-up old-school classic point-and-click adventure, through and through"

"If you are an old fan of the series, I doubt there is much to say to dissuade you from playing Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged. There isn’t much reason to dissuade you anyway – it was …"

"Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars Reforged is one of the best examples of a remaster done right. It is faithful with stunning visuals and content that’s aged like fine wine, but also updated wonderfully for 2024 and the …"

"Even after all these years, Broken Sword 1 still feels like a good book that you want to read a chapter of before going to bed, but can&s;t put down. Now, however, it&s;s more beautiful than ever."

"Reforged has raised the bar to breathe new life into the game, reworking the original assets to maintain authenticity, addressing small plot holes, and most importantly, it sets a new standard for how to make point-and-clicks more accessible in this …"

"Broken Sword fans can pick up this new version of the game with their eyes closed. For adventurers looking for an introduction to the series, there&s;s no better place to start."

"Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged returns with updated graphics, but is that enough to attract a modern audience?"

"The remaster of Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars proves after all these years, that it is still really memorable adventure game, and people remember it with warmth in their hearts for a good reason."

"Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged is a great entry point for new players, but will also please die-hard fans of the brand. It&s;s just a shame that not everything in the remaster feels polished enough."

"The improvements that have been made are very good, and it is absolutely fantastic to be able to play this classic with such beautiful graphics. The new character animations are night and day compared to the original, and really show …"

"There are some frames in the cutscenes that leave a bit to be desired, but this does not invalidate the considerable modernization work done on this game: Broken Sword maintains its charm even after thirty years and its Reforged version …"

"The definitive way to experience a gaming classic."

"“Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged” is a remake prepared for Revolution Software&s;s most loyal fans, painfully faithful to the original - with all its advantages and disadvantages - but this means that it is also an excellent …"

"Whether you&s;re a long time fan or a newcomer, this remaster of the classic Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars is likely to have you enraptured from start to finish. Its visuals have been lovingly updated, and while there …"

"Despite the exoticism, 1996 PC voice sample quality, and linear, dialogue-heavy interactions, this reforging of an old point-and-click classic does a great job. It looks fabulous, and everything that gave the original its appeal is intact. It hardly needs proving …"

"Broken Sword - Secret of the Templars: Reforged is more than just a remake: it is a true work of restoration, allowing the adventures of George Stobbard to be rediscovered in the way Charles Cecil conceived them in 1996. The …"

"It&s;s the compelling interplay of thrilling story, memorable characters, enjoyable puzzles, and stunning presentation that ensures Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged will become a top choice for a new generation of players. Let&s;s hope the sequel (and …"

"On the one hand, Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templar Reforged disguises its age with beautifully drawn visuals, more appropriate to today&s;s aesthetics, and accessibility incentives, but there&s;s no hiding the fact that this is a point and click adventure …"

"Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged brings back a classic of point-and-click graphic adventures, giving it its best look yet. This product can be appreciated both by nostalgic players, although it ultimately doesn&s;t aim to offer them anything …"

"Just as it was in 1996, Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged is an adventure game masterpiece, with Reforged offering players a remarkable trip down memory lane and giving the classic a new lease on life for a …"